While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.
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December 2025
Country Lights Drive-Thru
Enjoy the festivities from the warmth of your own vehicles. 6-8:30 p.m.
Find out more »Wiggle, Giggle and Shake
Have fun clapping, marching and moving to music. Ages 2-6. 10 a.m.
Find out more »Deck the Hall at Stan Hywet
Enjoy dazzling winter décor inside the Manor House, whimsical displays throughout the estate, glowing gardens, and festive fun in every corner.
Find out more »Event of the Week: Backyard Basketball Night with the Cleveland MELONHEADS
The Cleveland Charge will transform into the iconic Backyard Sports team, the Melonheads for one night only to face off against the Delaware Blue Coats on Saturday, December 27 at 7 p.m.
Find out more »STEAM Team Saturdays
On the second and fourth Saturday of each month, children, ages 5-11 discover the wonder of S.T.E.A.M. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Find out more »Children’s Saturday Studio
Young artists will engage with the museum’s collection while building idea-generation and critical-thinking skills. Ages 5-10. 10-11:30 a.m.
Find out more »Together in Tradition: A Kwanzaa Celebration
In partnership with Djapo Cultural Arts Institute, join the Cleveland Public Library for a Kwanzaa celebration on December 27. This immersive cultural experience will promote unity, empowerment, and creativity through soulful music, captivating dancing, engaging storytelling, and community engagement for all ages.
Find out more »Campfire Open House
Toast marshmallows over a fire and enjoy some delicious s’mores. Try feeding the chickadees and walk the trail for a self-guided game of Eye Spy. Afterward, stop inside the nature center for a hot chocolate bar, warm up and create a simple winter craft. Depending on the weather, snowshoes may be available for loan. 12-3 p.m.
Find out more »Homeschool Connections
Whether you are looking to share tips, or seeking social opportunities for your students, this group offers a welcoming space for parents and children alike 10:30 a.m. Through 5/26/26.
Find out more »Wild Lights
Wild Lights, the Akron Zoo’s popular holiday lighting event, runs Nov. 28 through Dec. 30. The zoo is decorated in more than one million lights, with a refreshed look for this year. Guests can visit with Santa through Dec. 30, and the Grinch will be onsite every evening. The Akron Zoo will also offer Wild Lights Safari Tours, exclusive golf cart tours available on all Wild Lights dates. Tours are at 5, 5:15, 6 or 6:15 p.m. and include a 45-minute…
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